| 4 Benefits of Online Learning in the Work World |
Online learning can be just as challenging (maybe even more so!) than conventional classroom learning. Another added benefit? You acquire valuable career skills that you can't get from a textbook.
Online student and guest blogger David Handlos knows this firsthand. He's discovered online learning helps develop skills that are essential to succeed in the workforce. And these beneficial skills are ones that traditional classroom students often won't develop until long after they've graduated - if ever.
In his blog post, Handlos shares four benefits of online learning that working professionals, non-traditional learners and part-time students will appreciate.
From adaptability (hello, computer that crashed the day a project is due!) to self-motivation (no one is going to force you to do your homework), a distance degree is full of benefits that translate well to the workforce.
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| Win in the Workplace with an Online Degree |
Before you start an online degree program, get educated first.
Find out which degrees will help you win in the workplace, plus learn how your workplace may even pay for your degree.
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Forum Question: Employer POV About Accreditation?
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Degree cost is a huge factor for forum poster meganp1130. She'd like to earn an online MBA and is considering a small, nationally accredited school because it is much more affordable than the regionally accredited programs she's found. She asks:
Do employers care if your school has regional or national accreditation?
Many employers do consider type of accreditation. Forum moderator Kayleigh warns meganp1130 that some employers prefer regional accreditation as well as a school "brand" they know, such as a big state university or a local college. Also, as cost is the main factor for meganp1130, Kayleigh points out a few regionally accredited MBA programs that are actually cheaper than nationally accredited ones.
Are you a hiring manager? What do you think about regional versus national accreditation? Join the discussion. Or if you've got a totally different pressing question, ask us anything about online learning and colleges here.
(Remember, you must actually be signed in to be able to make a post.)
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Online Degree Review: MSOM at Peru State College
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Peru State College
Master of Science in Organizational Management / Entrepreneurial & Economic Development
Peru State College ranks #8 on Get Educated's Best Online Master's in Management Best Buy List. That means it's one of the most affordable MSOM programs in the country. But the student reviewer below gives another reason why he'd rate it a top program: the interaction with his online instructors.
Name: Hogan5651
Date Posted: January 8, 2015
Grade: A
"With it being a smaller school I have gotten to know my instructors better. Likewise I believe that they have gotten to know me pretty well. All of this is in spite of the fact that I complete[d] the program online. I have always received quick responses to any e-mails I have sent my instructors. They have also been very straightforward with me and offered a lot of valuable input."
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| Sponsored University Spotlight |
Columbia College
Bachelor of Arts in American Studies
Explore the United States' history and heritage with a bachelor of arts in American Studies from Columbia College, a non-profit, private Christian school. This liberal arts degree is offered entirely online and costs the same for both in-state and out-of-state residents. Classes are offered in eight-week sessions throughout the year, and assignments are due weekly so busy working adults can complete them on their own schedule. Students are not required to log in or meet with their instructors at preassigned times.
This degree in American Studies is multidisciplinary, with insights from political science, sociology, literature and other social sciences. Coursework is designed to teach students critical thinking skills by examining the various ways that America's story is told, including written and oral histories, visual arts and digital methods. The degree is particularly relevant for students who want to pursue careers in law, government, social work, communication and journalism. Graduates also go on to earn master's and PhD degrees in history.
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New Online Teaching Jobs and Instructor Positions
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For Job Seekers
We add new online adjunct teaching jobs to our job board every week.
Check out the newest job postings.
Featured Online Jobs:
Public Health Adjunct
Indiana Wesleyan University is now hiring adjunct faculty members to teach in the school's master of public health program. Courses are eight weeks. A doctoral degree in a related field is a must to apply. Previous teaching experience, preferably online, is desired.
Health Informatics Evaluator
Work as a team lead evaluator in health informatics at Western Governors University. Duties include scoring students' submissions, providing feedback and monitoring other evaluators. A master's and professional experience in the field is required.
Don't see anything that quite fits?
Feel free to submit a brief ad (for free!) for our Online Teachers Available board. Make sure to include some contact info so interested schools can contact you. Think of it like the classified ads, but just for online educators.
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Job postings of up to 50 words are FREE to post on our job board. Email us your job description and we'll happily publish it. Submit your FREE 50-word ad.
Or browse our Online Teachers Available postings and see if anyone is a good fit.
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